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Laptop and Phone for a blind user

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  • 20-05-2011 12:11pm
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    ronkmonster
    Registered Users Posts: 1,181 ✭✭✭


    Is there any voice recognition software that is suitable for blind people? Or does it need to be paired with a screen reader software?

    Also looking into a phone that will dial by voice. Newer smart phones have this but seem to rely on tapping on the screen to start listening which isn't suitable. I had a phone few years back that did it by holding down a button on the side.

    Does anyone have any suggestions?


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    SerialComplaint
    Registered Users Posts: 2,644 ✭✭✭SerialComplaint


    They have some very smart folk at the NCBI who are very experienced with this stuff.


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    cathy01
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    I think kurtzwhile 1000 is for visual impaired people.I dont use it, all I know is it was put on my computer by mistake.We needed Kurtzwhile 3000.

    Kurzweil 1000TM is award-winning software that makes printed or electronic text readily available to people who are blind or visually impaired. It combines accessibility, communication and productivity tools to ease and enhance their reading, writing and learning experience.

    The software speaks text aloud in a variety of natural-sounding voices that can be modified to suit individual preferences. In addition, it provides users with document creation and editing as well as study skills capabilities for note taking, summarizing and outlining text.

    Kurzweil 1000 delivers quick access to a wealth of information including online books, magazines and encyclopedias so users can pursue any reading interests. They can also take their reading wherever they go by sending files to Braille note takers and embossers as well as portable devices such as DAISY and MP3 audio players.

    Kurzweil 1000 is easy to use for beginners, yet powerful and flexible for advanced users. With its wide array of useful features, users save time and gain independence – whether at home, at school, or at work.

    Its 1000 euro??:eek:


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